KJV ORIGINAL
And there were three sons of Zeruiah there, Joab, and Abishai, and Asahel: and Asahel was as light of foot as a wild roe.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Three sons of Zeruiah were there: Joab, Abishai, and Asahel. Asahel was as fast as a deer running in the wild.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse introduces three warrior brothers, highlighting that Asahel was incredibly fast - as swift as a wild deer.
📚 Historical Context
This takes place during the civil war after King Saul's death, when David's forces fought against those loyal to Saul's son Ish-bosheth. Zeruiah was David's sister, making these three men David's nephews and key military leaders. Joab would become David's chief general, while this mention of Asahel's speed foreshadows his tragic pursuit of Abner later in this chapter.
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